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Volume 20 • Issue No. 49
43rd Annual Christmas Prelude Begins December 5 KENNEBUNKS The 43rd annual Christmas Prelude will soon see the town decked out in twinkling lights and greenery. A buoydecked Christmas tree sits at its center, resembling a Christmas movie come to life. Each year, the Prelude celebration continues to grow and improve. The event brings back beloved traditions, such as caroling at the Franciscan Monastery, tree lightings, and the Hat Parade, while introducing new highlights that add to the festive spirit. Among these are the Lucky Pup Rescue AdoptA-Tree Festival, the Decorate for
Maine Made Artisan Craft Fair
Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at White Columns, 8 Maine St., Kennebunkport. Discover a stunning selection of handcrafted jewelry, mesmerizing paintings, intricate crafts, and much more.
Tree Lighting Ceremony in Dock Square Dempsey tree decorating, and a pre-tree lighting party on the first Friday. With both familiar favorites and fresh, exciting activities, the celebration offers something special for everyone. The following are a few key highlights for the upcom-
ing two weeks of the Prelude celebration: Prelude Gala at White Columns
Thursday, December 5, 6-9 p.m. at White Columns, 8 Maine St., Kennebunkport. The annual kickoff to Christmas Prelude, the Holi-
day Party at the Nott House, is an event not to be missed. Guests can immerse themselves in the festive spirit, enjoy live music, savor delectable treats, and sip on holiday beverages, and participate in a mystery gift raffle. FMI and tickets: https://tinyurl. com/PreludeKickoff.
Friday, December 6, 5:30 p.m. in Dock Square. Tree lighting ceremony officially begins the season! Join in Christmas caroling with the Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir, followed by the lighting of the tree at 6 p.m. Sponsored by KBA member Kennebunk Savings.
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“Fill the Trough” Toy & Food Drive at Bogdan Farm BERWICK Since 1997, Chuck and Pamela Bogdan have hosted a Christmas light display every December at their farm, at 6 Hubbard Road in Berwick. The display, now in its 27th year, includes singing faces and trees that dance to Christmas music, along with reindeer, penguins, peppermint canes and more. This year marks the tenth year that the Bogdans have used their light display as a collection point for the Toys for Tots campaign. On Friday, December 6, the Bogdans will be hosting a two-hour open barn night from 6 to 8 p.m. The Bogdan’s horses – Dusty, Dolly, Chase, and Penny – will be dressed in their holiday
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finest, ready to meet and greet their visitors. The goal that evening is to fill the troughs with toy and food donations, which will then be distributed to local families. Parents can encourage their children to bring a toy or a few cans of nonperishable food to donate and capture the moment on their phones to create lasting memories. Donations are urgently needed, and the trough is currently empty. The generosity shown will make a meaningful difference this season. As fami-
Annual Festival of “Fostering” Trees Event YORK The Festival of “Fostering” Trees is an annual community event where decorated, artificial trees are raffled off to raise money for local nonprofits. Proceeds raised this year will go to Empowered Equines and Trooper Black Foundation. The public is invited to take a stroll through an enchanted forest of over 100 beautifully decorated Christmas trees, located at Foster’s Clambake, 5 Axholme Road in York, from Friday, November 29, through Tuesday, December 3. Guests can also enter a raffle for the chance to bring home a favorite tree from the event. Empowered Equines is a horse rescue and sanctuary ded-
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lies plan their holiday activities, a visit to the Bogdans makes a wonderful addition to the festivities. The music and light show extravaganza will be up and running through Tuesday, December 24. To get the full effect, the Bogdans recommend visitors tune in to FM 90.3 while driving by the light display. What better way to spend time with loved ones this holiday season? For more information, visit www.facebook.com/bogdan christmaslights.
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icated to spreading education about positive reinforcement and force-free animal care, providing a safe haven for animals in need. While it began with a focus on draft horses, Empowered Equines now cares for a variety of horse breeds. Most animals arrive with challenges, such as disabilities or emotional trauma, that make them unlikely to be
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rehomed; they find a permanent home at Empowered Equines. The Trooper Black Foundation supports military veterans, first responders, and their families during times of crisis or financial hardship. It allocates funds to assist professionals across various sectors, including Police, Fire, EMS, and Dispatch, with a primary focus on Maine and south-
ern New Hampshire. In addition to financial aid, the foundation provides mental health resources, career development, and community outreach to enhance the well-being and recovery of those who serve their communities. Admission is free to attend each day. Raffle tickets can be purchased at $5 per sheet of 25. Food from Stone and Fire Pizza Catering will also be available for purchase. For more information, email treefestivalgwen@gmail. com or follow them on Facebook. For more information on Empowered Equines, visit www. empoweredequines.com. For more information on Trooper Black, visit www.trooperblackfoundation.org.
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